Understanding Harmony in Music

Understanding Harmony in Music

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video explores the concept of harmony in music, defined as the simultaneous playing of two or more notes. It discusses the instruments capable of producing harmony, such as the piano and guitar, and explains that some instruments require collaboration to create harmony. The video highlights the importance of teamwork among musicians, comparing it to a sports team working together. It also touches on various styles of harmony, from classical to jazz, and emphasizes the role of intercultural experiences in shaping these styles. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to consider how they can collaborate to create harmony.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is harmony in music?

Playing two or more different notes together simultaneously

Playing notes at different times

Playing a single note repeatedly

Playing notes in a sequence

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following instruments is commonly used to play harmony?

Flute

Drums

Piano

Violin

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do woodwind and brass instruments need to play together to create harmony?

They cannot produce harmony on their own

They are too loud individually

They are not tuned properly

They are not designed for harmony

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is creating harmony similar to a team working together?

Both are solitary activities

Both require individual effort

Both involve competition

Both need collaboration to achieve a common goal

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which styles of music are mentioned as examples of harmony?

Hip-Hop and Rap

Country and Blues

Classical and Jazz

Rock and Pop

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized as the core of creating harmony?

High volume

Advanced instruments

Teamwork

Individual talent